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Dr. Barry Zisholtz Appears on CBS46 to Discuss Treatment Options for an Enlarged Prostate

Dr. Barry M. Zisholtz appeared on CBS46’s Atlanta Plugged-In daily show on March 10, 2021. In the two-minute piece Dr. Zisholtz discussed the condition called Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), and some of its treatment options, including medications and various procedures. One minimally-invasive procedure Dr. Zisholtz outlined is called Rezūm water vapor therapy. This is a […]

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Dr. Emily Blum becomes board certified in pediatric urology

Dr. Emily Blum Becomes Board-Certified in Pediatric Urology

Georgia Urology – the largest urology practice in the Southeast and the fifth largest of its kind in the country – is now home to the only practicing board-certified female pediatric urologist in the state, Dr. Emily Blum. Local parents looking for diversity in providers now have the opportunity. “Girls experience plenty of urological challenges,” […]

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Georgia Urology welcomes new chief operating officer, Lori Tate (GU logo and headshot)

Georgia Urology Appoints Lori Tate as Chief Operating Officer

Georgia Urology — the largest urology practice in the Southeast and the fifth largest of its kind in the country — has appointed Lori Tate as its Chief Operating Officer. Tate brings to the role nearly two decades of medical practice operational experience, including the last three years at Georgia Urology. Her responsibilities include supporting […]

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Georgia Urology welcomes Dr. Andrew Kirsch as new Medical Director.

Georgia Urology Appoints Dr. Andrew Kirsch as Medical Director

Georgia Urology — the largest urology practice in the Southeast and the fifth largest of its kind in the country — has appointed Dr. Andrew Kirsch as its new Medical Director. Thanks to Dr. Kirsch’s wide acclaim and impressive career, patients looking for a best-in-class urology practice can choose with confidence. As Medical Director of […]

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Georgia Urology Now Accepting Ambetter Insurance

Starting January 1, 2021, Georgia Urology is proud to accept Ambetter insurance for adult patients. We are committed to providing quality healthcare while working with leading insurance companies to offer cost-effective and affordable care. At Georgia Urology, we accept most insurance plans. For any questions, please call our business office at 678-284-4680 to speak with […]

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Dr. Carl Capelouto on Atlanta Plugged In on CBS46

Dr. Capelouto Discusses Prostate Cancer Treatment on “Atlanta Plugged In” on CBS46

In December 2020, Georgia Urology’s Dr. Carl Capelouto appeared on CBS46’s Atlanta Plugged In to discuss prostate cancer treatment, including SpaceOAR™. SpaceOAR™ is an absorbable hydrogel that temporarily creates a space between the prostate and rectum; protecting the rectum muscles, urinary and sexual function, and prevents bowel dysfunction. Watch Dr. Capelouto’s full segment on “Atlanta […]

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Headshots of the female urologists at Georgia Urology.

Women in Urology: The Tide is Turning

Traditionally, male physicians have dominated the field of urology. This comes as no surprise regarding a healthcare specialty we typically associate with problems such as prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction.  However, statistics show things are changing. In 2015, female practicing urologists represented 7.7 percent of the workforce. According to the American Urological Association, this grew […]

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Fast Pace Race logo with the Georgia Urology green background.

Georgia Urology Sponsored 12th Annual F.A.S.T. Pace Race

Georgia Urology is proud to have been the title sponsor of the F.A.S.T. Pace Race on October 31, 2020! The event celebrated its 12th anniversary with the 5k, 10k, and 1m races with special guest and Olympian, Carrie Tollefson. Presented by the Forsyth Area Strider Team (F.A.S.T.) and the Prostate Condition Education Council (PCEC), this […]

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Headshots of Dr. Kemper and Dr. Overholser with Weekly Check-up Logo

Dr. Kemper and Dr. Overholser Appeared as Guests on “The Weekly Check-Up” on WSB Radio

On Saturday, November 15, Georgia Urology’s Dr. Michael Kemper and Dr. Stephen Overholser appeared as guests on “The Weekly Check-Up” on News/Talk WSB Radio. In the first hour, Dr. Kemper and host, Dr. Bruce Feinberg, discussed men’s health conditions, such as erectile dysfunction, penile implants, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and minimally invasive options for BPH. […]

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